Back to the Zoo

Back to the Zoo

A free concert at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, sponsored by The Marge & Charles J. Schott Foundation

For one night only, Cincinnati Opera returns to its first home, the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, where performances were held from 1920 through 1971. Come relive the magic of the Zoo Opera days with hosts Evans Mirageas, The Harry T. Wilks Artistic Director of Cincinnati Opera, and Thane Maynard, Director of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, along with a colorful cast of characters.


Back to the Zoo
A Free Concert at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Wings of Wonder Theater

6:00 p.m. Reception with refreshments and cash bar
7:00 p.m. Concert


For reservations, call the Cincinnati Opera Box Office at (513) 241-2742.

Parking and admission are free after 5:00 p.m. Park in the Vine Street Lot and enter the Historic Vine Street Plaza. Complimentary Safari Shuttle available after entering turnstiles.


Check out the photos from last year's event!

Zoo ChildrenEvans and ThaneJohn Christopher Adams and Meghan DewaldNathan StarkPeggy Reis ,Dr. Cora Ogle, and Bobbie UnnewehrReceptionReception